Audiovisual Associate

USA Thornton Tomasetti • Washington DC, WA

4d • $115,000 - $135,000

About The Position

Thornton Tomasetti applies engineering and scientific principles to solve the world’s challenges. An independent organization of creative thinkers and innovative doers collaborating from offices worldwide, our mission is to bring our clients' ideas to life and, in the process, lay the groundwork for a better, more resilient future. We provide support and opportunities to our employees to achieve their full potential and cultivate a rewarding career. Our Protective Design and Security practice helps architects, owners, developers, and public agencies worldwide achieve security objectives while upholding each project’s aesthetic, functional and budgetary goals. A recognized leader in security services – with more than 60 years of experience – we collaborate with clients and project teams to develop physical, technical and operational security solutions for facilities of every type, use, and size. The Role We are seeking a senior Audiovisual (AV) Associate to join our multidisciplinary IT/Security/Acoustics team. This role leads AV projects from early discovery and concept through detailed design, construction support, and commissioning, delivering coordinated, high-quality documentation and systems. The ideal candidate is comfortable in a client-facing role, collaborates closely with architects, engineers, IT/low-voltage teams, and owners, and contributes to proposal development. Projects span a wide range of environments including government, civic, corporate, higher education, healthcare, cultural, sports, and public assembly spaces.

Requirements

• 8+ years of professional experience in AV consulting and/or design engineering, with progressive responsibility delivering full project lifecycles.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architectural engineering, theater technology, information technology, or a related discipline, or equivalent experience.
• Proficiency in creating coordinated AV models and drawings in Revit (AutoCAD experience also required).
• Strong understanding of AV architectures and systems, including audio (DSPs, loudspeaker coverage, microphones), video (switching and distribution, cameras, projection/LED/LCD), control systems, and overall user experience.
• Experience with AV-over-IP systems and enterprise networking concepts (multicast, VLANs/QoS fundamentals, PoE/PoE+), and familiarity with common UCC platforms (e.g., Microsoft Teams, Zoom).
• Hands-on knowledge of leading AV ecosystems and tools (e.g., Q-SYS, Biamp Tesira, Dante, AES67, Crestron/Extron control, EASE or similar loudspeaker modeling software, DoS ENS Systems).
• Demonstrated ability to produce performance specifications, equipment lists, signal flows, device elevations, and installation details aligned with construction deliverables.
• Strong client-facing communication, facilitation, and presentation skills; ability to translate technical content into clear narratives and actionable decisions.
• Proposal-writing experience, including scoping, estimating, and planning AV workstreams.

Nice To Haves

• Industry certifications preferred (AVIXA CTS/CTS-D/CTS-I; Dante Level 2+; manufacturer credentials such as Q-SYS, Biamp, Crestron, Extron).
• Familiarity with related disciplines such as acoustics, noise and vibration, ICT/low-voltage systems, security, broadcast/production, or performance lighting is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead programming, visioning, and basis-of-design development; translate stakeholder needs into clear system narratives, functional matrices, and performance criteria.
• Develop complete AV design packages across all project phases (concept, SD, DD, CD).
• Produce and manage coordinated BIM and CAD deliverables (Revit/AutoCAD).
• Specify AV equipment and systems; prepare detailed basis-of-design reports and front-end procurement documentation.
• Provide construction administration support, including review of submittals, RFIs, shop drawings, and as-builts; support punch lists, acceptance testing, and commissioning.
• Support proposal development, including scopes, level of effort, assumptions, schedules, and pricing inputs; participate in interviews as needed.
• Manage client relationships and design meetings; track issues and provide regular status updates while ensuring quality, budget, and schedule adherence.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Disability and other voluntary benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical and Childcare
• Paid Time Off, Family Leave for New Parents, Volunteer Time
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Commuter Transit (where available)
• 401k retirement savings with Company matching on employee contributions and/or qualified student loan repayments
• Fitness Reimbursement
• And other various wellness, diversity/inclusion and employee resource programs and initiatives

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees